Week-end in Lille

Do you want to discover the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region and the city of Lille for a weekend? Here are some ideas for walks, outings and unmissable places to discover the capital of Flanders in its best light! After 48 hours spent in the Lille metropolis, you will find it difficult to leave the North of France, and the pretty alleys lined with red brick houses in the center of Lille...

Discovering the great Lille squares

During your weekend in Lille, take the opportunity to savor a Welsh and a very fresh beer* on one of the many squares of the city! There are more than 80 of them, located in Old Lille, but not only! Most of them will make you want to linger, just to contemplate the beauty of the place.

The Old Lille district

Independently or on a guided tour, let yourself be drawn to Place aux Oignons, Rue des Chats Bossus, the Hospice Comtesse museum, the Palais Rihour, or Notre Dame de la Treille Cathedral... Many other surprises await you in Old Lille, a lively and authentic district to discover with your eyes to the sky so as not to miss anything of its architecture!

The Wazemmes Market

In a cosmopolitan atmosphere, the Wazemmes market has a cheerful bric-a-brac feel. You can find everything in this delightful outdoor bazaar, animated by nearly 400 exhibitors from all walks of life. More traditional, the covered market invites you to discover all the joys of a classic market, and of course all the typical specialties of the North like the Merveilleux, a succulent little cake made with meringue and whipped cream...

The Piscine Museum in Roubaix

What if you took advantage of this weekend in Lille to visit the surrounding area? Located in Roubaix, the Piscine Museum will be an excellent pretext to leave the heart of Lille for a few hours! This museum gives pride of place to Decorative Arts and Fine Arts, in a sumptuous setting. Stay in our hotel in Roubaix to be as close as possible to this museum.

The Old Stock Exchange

Between the Grand-Place and the Place du Théâtre, there is a building as appreciated by Lille residents as by tourists. Originally, the Old Stock Exchange was a sheltered market for trade. It has become a picturesque place whose inner courtyard houses flower shops and booksellers' stalls. Right next door, on Place du Général de Gaulle, you can admire the large column of the Goddess.

The Citadel Park

The Citadel Park is a must when spending a weekend in Lille. The time for a walk, a few carousel rides for the little ones or an accrobranche session for the older ones, take the time to get a breath of fresh air in the heart of this magnificent park which also houses a superb pentagonal fortress: the Citadel of Lille, designed by the architect Vauban in the 17th century.

The Palace of Fine Arts

In this superb museum built in the 19th century, set off to discover Art by crossing the eras. All year round, the collection of the Palace of Fine Arts offers the opportunity to admire many drawings and paintings by masters, but also sculptures, ceramics and earthenware... In addition to this prestigious permanent collection, the Palace of Fine Arts regularly offers remarkable temporary exhibitions.

B&B HOTELS is a network of more than 300 hotels in France at affordable prices, with hotels in Lille and its surroundings, near Lille Flandres station and Lille Europe station, and a few minutes from Lille-Lesquin airport. Our comfortable and cheap establishments ensure you easily find the best hotel in Lille or the surrounding area! One thing is certain: there are as many ideas for weekends in France as there are B&B HOTELS ready to welcome you warmly!

You now know what to do in Lille during your weekend so don't hesitate any longer!

*Drinking alcohol is dangerous for your health. Drink in moderation.